Hamšík's Slovakia one-two sends Russia reeling

Jun 16, 2016, at 05:02 am

Lille Métropole, June 15 (IBNS) Marek Hamšík set up the first and scored the second as Slovakia shook off their opening-day disappointment, and handed sluggish Russia a finishing lesson in Group B.

FC Pune City signs defender Rahul Bheke

Jun 16, 2016, at 12:24 am

Pune, June 15 (IBNS): FC Pune City on Wednesday announced it has signed Rahul Bheke in the squad for the upcoming ISL season.

India beat Zimbabwe by 10 wickets, complete whitewash

Jun 16, 2016, at 12:14 am

Harare, June 15 (IBNS): India dominated another match completely as they defeated Zimbabwe by 10 wickets to complete a series victory over the African side here on Wednesday.

Bravo aiming for repeat CPL delight with Trinbago Knight Riders

Jun 16, 2016, at 12:02 am

Port of Spain, June 15 (IBNS) West Indies World T20 champion Dwayne Bravo has issued a rallying cry to the Trinbago public to come out in numbers once more as reigning Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) champions Trinbago Knight Riders start their title defence at home against St. Lucia Zouks on Wednesday, 29 June.

AIFF Technical Director's visit to FC Metz

Jun 15, 2016, at 11:57 pm

New Delhi, June 15 (IBNS) The All India Football Federation’s Technical Director Scott O’ Donell visited FC Metz to do the review of the 5 boys who have been training in FC Metz Academy for the past five to six weeks. Mr. O’ Donell spent significant time with the boys, their coaches and observing training sessions.

Ice-cool Iceland claim Portugal point

Jun 15, 2016, at 03:11 pm

Saint-Etienne, June 15 (IBNS) Iceland held Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their first ever major finals appearance, frustrating their illustrious opponents to claim a memorable opening point in UEFA EURO 2016 Group F.

Slick Hungary surprise ten-man Austria

Jun 15, 2016, at 03:03 pm

Bordeaux, June 15 (IBNS): Ádám Szalai's cool finish propelled Hungary to victory in their first appearance in a major tournament for 30 years – and their first UEFA EURO finals game since 1972.

India beat South Korea 2-1

Jun 15, 2016, at 05:18 am

London, June 14 (IBNS): In a crucial encounter of the Champions Trophy hockey tournament , India defeated South Korea by 2-1 here on Tuesday.

Afridi keen to play KFC Big Bash League

Jun 15, 2016, at 05:07 am

Islamabad, June 14 (IBNS): Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has expressed his desire to play Australia's KFC Big Bash League.

Sanctions imposed on Russian Football Union

Jun 15, 2016, at 03:45 am

Nyon, June 14 (IBNS) The independent UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB) has met in Paris to deal with the disciplinary proceedings opened against the Russian Football Union (RFS) following the incidents which occurred inside the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille at the UEFA EURO 2016 match against England on 11 June (1-1).

Moody hails growth of CPL and predicts bright chapter in Sunshine State

Jun 15, 2016, at 12:14 am

Port of Spain, June 14 (IBNS) Australian two-time ICC Cricket World Cup winner Tom Moody believes that this year’s Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) will be the most competitive yet and that the inclusion of a myriad of world-class players across all six teams will make it the biggest and best yet.

Impressive Italy leave Belgium floored

Jun 14, 2016, at 03:11 pm

Lyon, June 14 (IBNS) Italy showed they remain a force to be reckoned with after starting their UEFA EURO 2016 Group E bid with an impressive 2-0 victory against highly rated Belgium.

Clark own goal salvages point for Sweden

Jun 14, 2016, at 03:06 pm

Saint-Denis, June 14 (IBNS) The Republic of Ireland were denied victory in their UEFA EURO 2016 Group E opener after Ciaran Clark's own goal 19 minutes from time salvaged a point for Sweden at Stade de France.

Piqué pounces for late Spain win

Jun 14, 2016, at 05:03 am

Toulouse, June 13 (IBNS) Spain's bid for a third straight UEFA EURO title began with a dramatic Group D victory as Gerard Piqué's towering 87th-minute header ensured they found a way past the Czech Republic.

India beat Zimbabwe by 8 wickets

Jun 14, 2016, at 04:44 am

Harare, June 13 (IBNS): In a low scoring encounter, Zimbabwe were defeated by eight wickets as India dominated the second ODI match and clinched the series 2-0 here on Monday.

Ex-Delhi Dynamos FC star John Arne Riise announces retirement

Jun 14, 2016, at 01:09 am

New Delhi, Jun 13 (IBNS): Former Delhi Dynamos FC star John Arne Riise has announced his retirement from professional football.

WTA: Serena Williams retains her number one Women's Singles player status

Jun 13, 2016, at 11:52 pm

St. Petersburg, Florida, Jun 13 (IBNS): The Williams sisters, Serena and Venus, both found themselves in the top 10 positions in the ranking list of the latest Women's Tennis Association (WTA) rankings, with Serena leading the pack.

Brazil crashes out of Copa America

Jun 13, 2016, at 09:12 pm

Foxborough (Massachusetts), Jun 13 (IBNS): Brazil crashed out of Copa America soccer tournament, eliminated by a solitary 75th minute controversial goal by Peru during the group match played at the Gillette Stadium, on Sunday.

Germany up and running with Ukraine win

Jun 13, 2016, at 02:58 pm

Lille Metropole, June 13 (IBNS) Goals from Shkodran Mustafi and returning captain Bastian Schweinsteiger earned world champions Germany a win in their UEFA EURO 2016 Group C opener against Ukraine in Lille.

Poland defeat Northern Irish for first EURO win

Jun 13, 2016, at 02:47 pm

Nice, June 13 (IBNS) Arkadiusz Milik broke the resistance of Northern Ireland and earned Poland their first UEFA European Championship finals win at the seventh time of asking.

Modrić magic helps Croatia down Turkey

Jun 13, 2016, at 03:02 am

Paris, June 12 (IBNS) Croatia opened their UEFA EURO 2016 campaign with a slender Group D success over Turkey in Paris which owed much to a brilliant long-range volley from Luka Modrić.

BCCI receives 57 applications for the post of Head Coach

Jun 13, 2016, at 01:14 am

Mumbai, June 12 (IBNS): The BCCI on Sunday aid it has received 57 applications for the post of Head Coach for the Indian cricket team.

India congratulates Saina Nehwal

Jun 13, 2016, at 12:38 am

Mumbai, June 12 (IBNS): Indians celebrated badminton star Saina Nehwal's Australian Open Super Series Badminton title win as celebrities and politicians wished her for the victory on Sunday.

Anderson reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Jun 13, 2016, at 12:22 am

Dubai, June 12 (IBNS): England fast bowler James Anderson has received an official reprimand for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the third day’s play in the Lord’s Test against Sri Lanka on Saturday.

Narendra Modi congratulates Saina Nehwal

Jun 12, 2016, at 09:33 pm

New Delhi, June 12 (IBNS) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated badminton star Saina Nehwal for winning the Australian Open Super Series Badminton title.

National Racers GP: Bolt clinches 100m in 9.88 seconds

Jun 12, 2016, at 09:22 pm

Kingston, June 12 (IBNS) Continuing his dominance on the track, triple World and Olympic Champion Usain Bolt clinched the men’s 100m at the inaugural Jamaica National Racers Grand Prix by clocking 9.88 seconds.

Saina Nehwal clinches Australian Open Super Series

Jun 12, 2016, at 08:35 pm

Sydney, June 12 (IBNS) Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal defeated Sun Yu of China to clinch the Australian Open Super Series Badminton title on Sunday.

Last-gasp Berezutski header denies England victory

Jun 12, 2016, at 01:50 pm

Marseille, June 12 (IBNS) Vasili Berezutski struck in added time as Russia, second best for long periods, rescued a draw from their UEFA EURO 2016 opener against England.

Wales beat Slovakia on dream debut

Jun 12, 2016, at 06:43 am

Bordeaux, June 11 ( IBNS) Substitute Hal Robson-Kanu applied the finishing touch after an Aaron Ramsey assist to give Wales victory against Slovakia on their UEFA EURO finals debut on Saturday.

Switzerland hold on against ten-man Albania

Jun 12, 2016, at 02:54 am

Lens Agglo, June 11 (IBNS) Switzerland made a winning start to UEFA EURO 2016 but the ten men of Albania gave them an almighty scare in the teams' first Group A outing.